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Commercial Manager – Reading
Job summary
A national building services contractor in the UK is seeking a Commercial Manager to take on full commercial responsibility for multiple live projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying, at least 6 years of UK experience, and a strong understanding of M&E contracts. The role includes overseeing contract negotiations and ensuring compliance while supporting junior staff. The position offers a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 and flexible working options.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Minimum 6 years’ UK experience, ideally with a building services or main contractor.
- Strong understanding of M&E contracts and project delivery.
- Proven ability to manage large, complex packages independently.
Responsibilities
- Leading all commercial aspects of M&E packages across major projects.
- Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, and payments.
- Overseeing cost reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
Skills
Education
A respected national building services contractor is seeking a Commercial Manager to join their established team in Reading. With a strong track record delivering complex NEC contracts across commercial, healthcare, education, and infrastructure projects, this is a standout opportunity for a commercially astute individual to take a leadership role within a well-structured and forward-thinking business.
The successful Commercial Managerb> will take full commercial responsibility across multiple live projects, typically valued between £5m and £30m. Working closely with operational teams and reporting to senior leadership, you will oversee contract negotiation, cost reporting, change control, and subcontractor management, ensuring commercial performance and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
This is an ideal role for a driven Commercial Manager or experienced Senior QS ready to step into a strategic position within a business that values accountability, long-term progression, and high standards of delivery.
- Leading all commercial aspects of M&E packages across major projects
- Managing subcontractor procurement, valuations, and payments
- Overseeing cost reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management
- Leading contract administration and change management processes
- Working closely with operational teams to ensure commercial and contractual compliance
- Supporting junior commercial staff and contributing to team development
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (or equivalent)
- Minimum 6 years’ UK experience, ideally with a building services or main contractor
- Strong understanding of M&E contracts and project delivery
- Proven ability to manage large, complex packages independently
- Excellent negotiation, reporting, and communication skills
- £50,000 – £60,000 salary (dependent on experience)
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Flexible and hybrid working options
- MRICS qualified preferably
- Clear progression route to Project and Senior Surveyor
- Exposure to a wide range of London-based projects
- Private healthcare and pension contributions
If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James.
01628 334720
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